Conference & University Programs Lead

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a University Program Specialist and Events Manager to lead programmatic and event initiatives for the Water Institute. You will coordinate the UNC Water and Health Conference and related activities with internal teams and external partners.

The role requires collaboration with WI leadership, staff, students, and stakeholders to plan, execute, and evaluate conferences, workshops, and advisory activities while guiding student workers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with related experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in related area.
• Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead conference planning and execution for major initiatives and the Water Institute events.
• Coordinate smaller meetings, workshops, and special events aligned with WI priorities.
• Support strategic planning, communications, and program development efforts; liaise with external advisory board and stakeholders.

Skills

Event management

Organizational skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Job description

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a University Program Specialist and Events Manager to lead programmatic and event initiatives for the Water Institute. You will coordinate the UNC Water and Health Conference and related activities with internal teams and external partners.

The role requires collaboration with WI leadership, staff, students, and stakeholders to plan, execute, and evaluate conferences, workshops, and advisory activities while guiding student workers and